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MARY ELIZABETH SURRATT BOOK 5 THE LINCOLN ASSASSINATION SERIES On a night meant for celebration, a single gunshot splits the air at Ford's Theatre-and Washington City clamps shut like a trap. By dawn, detectives pour into Mary Elizabeth Surratt's quiet H Street boardinghouse, turning parlor whispers into evidence and breakfast tables into witness stands. Was Mary the quiet hinge on which the plot turned-or the neatest neck to fit a noose? From Washington's gaslit corridors-slick with soot, echoing with boot heels and the rattle of telegraph keys-to a plank-floored military courtroom ringed…mehr

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MARY ELIZABETH SURRATT BOOK 5 THE LINCOLN ASSASSINATION SERIES On a night meant for celebration, a single gunshot splits the air at Ford's Theatre-and Washington City clamps shut like a trap. By dawn, detectives pour into Mary Elizabeth Surratt's quiet H Street boardinghouse, turning parlor whispers into evidence and breakfast tables into witness stands. Was Mary the quiet hinge on which the plot turned-or the neatest neck to fit a noose? From Washington's gaslit corridors-slick with soot, echoing with boot heels and the rattle of telegraph keys-to a plank-floored military courtroom ringed with bayonets, where verdicts are stamped out faster than mercy can form a prayer, this story tracks Mary's desperate struggle to keep her family from splintering while a raw, grieving nation demands a sacrifice. Neighbors avert their eyes. Friends forget the truth at the threshold and remember a different one under oath. Witnesses swear one version at dawn and another by dusk, their pockets heavy with promises and fear. Her daughter hammers on locked doors, shoves petitions beneath shutters, pleads with men who never remove their gloves. And over the prison yard the iron clock refuses to pity anyone; its hands scratch forward, each minute a footstep toward the scaffold. In that narrowing corridor of time, every breath is a wager-confess, defy, or let the rope speak for her. Threaded with intercepted letters, sudden arrests, and testimony that shifts like sand, this novel moves from the shuddering heart of a city reeling from war to the echoing chamber where justice is hurried, soldiers keep the time, and mercy arrives too late. Whether Mary Surratt was monster or martyr, one fact cannot be argued: after Lincoln fell, someone had to hang. The question that haunts every page is why it had to be her-and who wanted it that way.
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Step into the world of Sidney St. James, a master of the written word whose enthralling tales blend imagination and history into an extraordinary tapestry of creative nonfiction. St. James weaves captivating narratives that transport readers to distant eras, revealing untold stories and breathing life into forgotten characters with a pen that dances across the pages. Growing up surrounded by books and immersed in the tales of the past, he developed a keen eye for historical details and an uncanny ability to breathe life into bygone eras.  Drawing inspiration from the annals of time, St. James embarked on a literary journey that would captivate the hearts and minds of readers worldwide. With meticulous research and vivid imagination, he skillfully resurrects forgotten events, peeling back the layers of time to expose the untold truths that lay dormant in history's shadows. Each stroke of his pen creates a portal, transporting readers to ancient civilizations, turbulent revolutions, and untamed frontiers. Through his meticulously crafted prose, the past springs to life as battles thunder, intrigues unfold, and heroes and heroines emerge from the forgotten corners of time. His works have transcended mere entertainment, leaving an indelible mark on the literary world. He has garnered critical acclaim, topping bestseller lists and captivating readers across continents. St. James invites us to traverse the corridors of time with each new release, immersing ourselves in familiar and foreign worlds where history blends seamlessly with imagination. Beyond his literary achievements, St. James is known for his unwavering commitment to historical accuracy. His exhaustive research and attention to detail lend authenticity to his narratives, allowing readers to embark on an immersive and genuine journey. Through his creative nonfiction, he breathes fresh life into the past, igniting a love for history within his readers and reminding us that our collective past is a treasure trove waiting to be explored. As Sidney St. James' pen becomes a time machine, transporting us to distant and familiar realms, bridging the gap between the past and present. With each turn of the page, St. James invites us to unlock the secrets of history, awed and inspired by the extraordinary lives that came before us.